Dressed up in sultry post-punk stylings reminiscent of Arctic Monkeys' AM, “Why Can’t I Call You” is the final single to be shared from Slightest Clue’s forthcoming “Carousel” EP before it’s officially released on February 9th.

New York City’s premier underground event promoters Teksupport has announced ‘Teksupport At Sea,’ an exclusive partnership with the largest luxury event yacht in the North East, Cornucopia Majesty. The partnership will see the pioneering event collective program 18 electronic shows starting on May 26th.

Danish pop artist Theresa Rex kicks off 2024 with an infectious, upbeat friend-break-up-anthem. ‘Bad Blood’ follows up on the past year with exciting international collabs and a US #1-hit by the “newcomer” who has already amassed more than 1 billion streams on Spotify!

The Beatport Group, the global leader in music for DJs, producers, and their fans, has announced the promotion of Matt Gralen to President and Helen Sartory to Chief Revenue Officer at the company, with both continuing to report to CEO, Robb McDaniels.

Pigeon Club’s accompanying visual for ‘Liar’, which is our latest NN Music Video of the Week, sees a traveling entertainer and his puppet sidekick struggle to engage with an audience using card tricks, sleight of hand, and some honest-to-goodness magic. It’s clear that however successful the illusion…

Our latest NN Song of the Week comes from rising alt-pop act Chloe Star who returns with her new single, "Happy Place," out on all streaming platforms now. Bold, evocative, openly queer, and a fierce advocate for female empowerment, Chloe Star is the definition of a modern day rockstar.

Urban One has announced that GRAMMY™ and EMMY Award-winning singer, OSCAR®-nominated actress and legendary Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige will be recognized as the prestigious Entertainment Icon Honoree at “URBAN ONE HONORS” on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 8p/7c, on TV One and simulcast on CLEO TV.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or a budding music producer, igniting the creative fire and shaping it into a finished song can feel like navigating a labyrinth. Fear not, fellow sonic architects! Check out NxtNow’s music creation to-do list, which will equip you with a roadmap to transform your musical vision into reality, step by step.

We’re starting the new year on a very high note with the unveiling of the brand new EP from Los Angeles based artist Elovet entitled “BEATZ ON THE RUN”. This new project features six tracks, including the single “LABRYNTH”, which we featured last month here on NxtNow Music and on our sister site Dopecausewesaid.

Music tech company Verses has launched their beat-based AI Music Video Generator Tool in the Zepeto aespa world. This past November, Verses teamed up with SM Entertainment to launch “aespa world,” an immersive experience shaped by the music of K-Pop supergroup aespa within avatar-based metaverse platform Zepeto.

New York's Glassio has released a new single to reflect on what we have lost and what we still have – featuring vocal harmonies from Brooklyn based singer Rodes Rollins and Bristol alt bedroom pop duo Mumble Tide. “Will You Still Come Back Tomorrow?” is an episodic, 4-track single meant to be listened to from start to finish, outlining the 4-stages of a long goodbye.

Canadian singer-songwriter Annabel Gutherz reveals her new single, “Eclipse,” out now on all streaming platforms. Blending classic rock influences with modern pop sounds, “Eclipse” is a vivid and textured song that showcases an artist who has found her voice.

Tuned Global has partnered with Sona, a new artist-centric streaming platform, to help launch the company’s innovative streaming music service and marketplace, sona.stream. Tuned Global will provide content delivery, tools, and reporting services for Sona, as it rethinks the streaming music model to benefit artists and fans worldwide.

The music industry is a constant evolution, and navigating its ever-shifting landscape can feel daunting for an emerging artist. Fear not, aspiring musicians! 2024 presents a multitude of opportunities for those with talent, hustle, and a strategic approach. Check out NxtNow’s roadmap to guide you on your journey to musical success.

For music creators, the struggle to be heard is as old as time itself. But in the age of digital audio, a powerful new platform has emerged: YouTube podcasting. This innovative blend of audio and video offers you a unique opportunity to not only connect with fans on a deeper level but also generate significant revenue.

SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, has announced that award-winning artist, actor, author, and activist Common was honored with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for his advocacy with the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA).

In a celebration of young talent and creativity, Race Council Cymru proudly presented the National Black History Wales Youth Award in the Creative Industries category to Josh Whyte, the talented Cardiff based artist/producer, aka Blank Face, and co-founder of NxtNow. This prestigious accolade acknowledges his exceptional contributions as a young trailblazer in the creative realm.

It would not be possible to talk about “Ride The Dice” without discussing its music video. The story takes place in a dive bar, and we are shown scenes from around the establishment, from the live entertainment performing the titular song, to individuals drinking and flirting at the bar. Spliced in between are surreal performers dancing in a reflective pool…

Complementing the virtuosic talents and song craft of Elrey James, the music video for “The Prodigal Son” displays the legendary visual storytelling of director Matt Mahurin.

The music video for “Spoonful” is a close-up and personal studio experience. Pure as a music video can get, it offers an intimate rendezvous with these talented creatives as they rock out with their talented, top shelf, world class band.